Becky Patterson Design 9/12/25 Becky Patterson Design 9/12/25

Summer Recap

Looking back on the summer, I’m so grateful for the variety of creative opportunities I was able to enjoy and the community I got to share them with.

Becky Patterson Design 5/27/25 Becky Patterson Design 5/27/25

Chalk fests, friendship and face plants

A quick girls’ trip to Pittsburgh for Riverlife Chalk Fest turned into a whirlwind of art, laughter, inspiration—and an unexpected faceplant. From cable cars and coffee shops to a colorful sidewalk festival that stole my heart (and temporarily my balance), here’s a recap of one unforgettable 30-hour adventure.

Becky Patterson Design 4/28/25 Becky Patterson Design 4/28/25

My Must-Have Watercolor Supplies (and Why I Love Them)

Here are some of my favorite watercolor tools & supplies along with some fun gift-giving ideas for the creatively-inclined person in your life.

Becky Patterson Design 4/10/25 Becky Patterson Design 4/10/25

What I Didn’t Expect at My Latest Watercolor Workshop

When it comes to doing art of any kind in a live environment, there are frequently factors that you simply cannot account for no matter how well you plan or prepare. Let me give you a peek into the last workshop… what went well, what didn’t and what I learned along the way.

Becky Patterson Design 3/13/25 Becky Patterson Design 3/13/25

Buffalo State University Cultural Cafe

I recently had the wonderful opportunity to provide watercolor painting instruction for some of the students and staff of Buffalo State University at their Cultural Cafe event, celebrating Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colors.